CDTA Receives $9.5 million in Federal Grants for Completion of Route 5 BusPlus Project and Vehicle Replacement
October 14, 2011
(Albany, NY) – Yesterday, it was announced that CDTA will receive$9.5 Million in grant funds for Completion of Route 5 BusPlus Operations and several fleet replacement Vehicles. $5.5 million of this investment are funds received from the U.S.
CDTA Announces Columbus Day Bus Service
October 04, 2011
(Albany, NY) –The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) announced that on Columbus Day, Monday, October 10, 2011, buses will operate on a regular weekday schedule except for NX Northway Xpress Commuter service, which will not operate.
CDTA Albany County Service Improvement Changes Featuring More Cross town Service and Better Job Connections
October 03, 2011
“What’s Your Number” Albany Service Change Awareness Campaign Encourages Customers to “Learn, Ride & Connect”
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Make a statement to oppose transit cuts: Wear Red on Friday, September 30th
September 28, 2011
CDTA is bringing the Don’t X Out Public Transit campaign to its riders. The advocacy campaign opposes proposed federal cuts of 30% to transportation. Public transit is crucial to stimulating the economy and connecting people to jobs. Cuts to transit funding will likely force transit agencies to reduce service and/or raise fares, compromise the safety and quality of transit service, lead to major job loss and negatively impact the Capital Region’s quality of life.
CDTA OPERATOR KEITH STRAIT WINS TOP TITLE IN NYS ROADEO
September 26, 2011
(Albany, NY) – The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) announced the top place finishers of the 2011 State Roadeo competition held on September 24th, at Crossgates Mall. The competition was co-sponsored by the New York Public Transit Association and New York State Department of Transportation and hosted by CDTA. The top three finishers are as follows:
MAYOR JENNINGS ANNOUNCES NEW CITY OF ALBANY HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM
September 21, 2011
Albany, NY – Mayor Jennings today announced a new program aimed at encouraging new home buyers in the City of Albany. The Mayor was joined by local employers who are offering special incentives to their employees who will live in their neighborhoods in the City of Albany.
The Capital Region Community Rally Together to Oppose Proposed Federal Transit Cuts.
September 20, 2011
The Capital Region Community Rally Together to Oppose Proposed Federal Transit Cuts.As Authorization Deadline Approaches Supporters Hold Rallies to Tell Congress:
Don’t X Out Public Transportation
OPWDD & CDTA RENEW PARTNERSHIP TO AID LOCAL HOMEOWNERS WITH DISABILITIES
September 13, 2011
(ALBANY) Continuing their commitment to help individuals with disabilities live independently, the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) have announced 24 additional months of free unlimited bus passes to Capital Region residents with disabilities who purchase a home through OPWDD’s Home of Your Own program (HOYO).
CDTA Announces Service Re-routes to Accommodate Lark Fest 2011
September 12, 2011
CDTA BILLBOARDS REMIND COMMUNITY TO "NEVER FORGET 9-11"
September 08, 2011
(Albany, NY) – The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) unites with transit agencies across the country to mark the 10th anniversary of 9-11 by inviting bus riders and the community to remember the tragic event of 9-11 and show appreciation to those public service men and women who sacrificed their lives in effort to save others.